BY: Hana Saada
ALGIERS- A 20th edition at the heart of the number one market in the North African agrifood industry.
Djazagro is the most important North African agrifood industry tradeshow for the sector’s professionals in Algeria. Over the space of four days and with the main stakeholders in the food industry in Algeria, it offers a strategic opportunity for meetings, discussions, education, and the discovery of the latest innovations in terms of processes and products, along with information on the latest news in the ecosystem.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the exhibition has over the years become the must-attend event for the food industry. This special edition will bring together more than 600 exhibitors from 26 different countries, 75% of whom from outside Algeria. More than 22,000 visitors, are expected at the show to discover the industry’s latest trends and innovations.
Market opportunities
Algeria is the third biggest importer of food and beverages in Africa, amounting to total sales of 2.87 billion euros. In 2022, the Algerian agrifood market generated sales of 10.77 billion euros.
The Algerian market offers opportunities for companies specialising in solutions for agrifood industries and agricultural equipment. Local non-alcoholic beverage production already caters to 98% of local needs, but there remain many development opportunities for processed products such as fish, meat, fruit and vegetables, conserves, and ingredients and raw materials. The main market verticals are cereal-based products, the dairy industry, and beverages. Equipment for the cold chain, packaging, filling and storage are also in high demand. The country also wishes to develop its agriculture to guarantee food security and explore export possibilities, thus bringing market opportunities for farming inputs, equipment and know-how. The Algerian government supports the modernisation of farming with projects such as the development of Saharan and mountain agriculture, agricultural electrification and the reinforcement of crop protection and veterinary systems.
With the Algerian market in a state of constant flux, it must cope with challenges such as international competition and its dependence on imports. However, with the adoption of advantageous agricultural policies and investment in research, development and quality, together with the tax incentives and subsidies offered by the Government, the agri-food industry has become one of the main sources of income in Algeria.
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